Stopping in an Unauthorised Area

Parking or stopping in an unauthorised area is not allowed and East Midlands Airport would like to remind passengers to use the drop off and pick up facilities provided.

For those wishing to drop-off immediately adjacent to the terminal, the Rapid Drop Off lane is conveniently located alongside the Short Stay Car Park at a cost of £5 for 15 minutes and £1.00 for every minute thereafter.

Head towards the Short Stay Car Park and use the right-hand lane for entry.

Alternatively 60 minutes FREE parking is provided in the Long Stay 2 car park, for the purposes of drop off and pick up. Long Stay 2 is a 15 to 20 minute walk from the terminal, however a shuttle bus service is available (please note this service won't operate 1 November - 31 March).

The practice of drivers picking up or setting down passengers in unauthorised areas, poses a risk both to the safety of passengers and that of other road users, as well as causing congestion and disruption to traffic.

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